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Also known as, the Dardanelles Strait, Gallipoli is the notable region of a failed invasion by Allied forces during World War 1. Thousands of men died and their bravery is commemorated at nearby Anzac Cove, particularly popular with Australians and New Zealanders who annually visit on the 25th of April for morning services.
Nearby is the famous archaeological site of Troy, the city that fell when invading Greek forces hid men inside a large wooden horse and sent it as a gift. Due to its 4000 years of history, Troy is an official UNESCO World Heritage site. It is possible to visit Anzac Cove, Troy and the Gallipoli battlefields in one day from Istanbul, but it is a long and tiring agenda so we recommend an overnight stay.
Day 1: Istanbul - Gallipoli
Hotel pick up, drive to Gallipoli and lunch at a local restaurant. Attractions to be visited include...
• Brighton Beach
• ANZAC Cove
• Ariburnu
• ANZAC Commemoration Site
• Lone Pine Australian Memorial
• Johnston’s Jolly (Turkish & Allied trenches & tunnels)
• The Nek
• Chunk Bair and New Zealand Memorial
Finally, cross the Dardanelles by ferry to reach Canakkale where you will stay overnight.
Meals: Lunch
Day 2: Troy - Canakkale - Istanbul
After breakfast at the hotel, the tour group will visit Troy to explore…
• Replica of the Trojan Horse
• Altar and the original 3700-year-old city walls
• Houses of Troy I (dating from 3000 B.C. to 2500 B.C.)
• The Bouleterium
• Odeon (Concert Hall) and the other remains from the history of Troy
There will also be free leisure time in Canakkale. We suggest a visit to the Naval Museum or a delicious meal in the seafood restaurants on the harbour or join optional excursion.
Optional Boat Trip to Anzac Landings : You will have lunch and then visit Kabatepe Simulation Center for a 3D movie of historical events of the campaign. Then embark on our boat to visit landing beaches of Gallipoli to have unique opportunity to see Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetary, Anzac Cove, Ariburnu Cemetary and Anzac Commemorative Site at North Beach from the sea. This journey is the same as once Anzac Soldiers did in 1915. You will also have chance to snorkel or swim over the wreck of the Milo, a steamer that was deliberately sun in 1915 to form a breakwater for Williams Pier.
Back to Eceabat and depart for Istanbul. Alternatively, you can tailor your return transfer to continue to other attractions such as Ephesus and Pamukkale. Please ask for further details on this.
Meals: Breakfast (Mentioned Meals)
1 night accommodation in selected hotelsTransportion with comfortable bus with A/CEntrance feesServices of a professional and qualified guideTURSAB Travel insuranceLunch
Tips for guide, drivers, and hotel staffEntrance fees to any attractions not listed on the itinerary
Can I book my trip online, or must I do it over the phone?
We do not have an online booking system because most of our services are personalized and different conditions may apply for specific requests. You can call us, send an email, or complete a tour request form so that our Turkey travel specialists can help you to select the best tour for your travel needs. When you submit our tour contact form, one of our specialists will contact you within 24 hours to confirm availability.
What do you need from me to begin a proposal for a customized Turkey tour?
Fill out a customized tour request form that provides us with useful insight on how to design a trip that will suit your travel needs. If you are interested in customizing one of our tour packages, you can email us the name of the tour package and estimated date you have chosen to start the tour.
Can TSC design a customized trip for our group’s interests?
We will gladly work with you to offer a Turkey tour package tailored to your group’s interests. For this, you need to provide us your group details, interests, and travel needs.
Is airfare included in programs? Can I book my international flight through you?
Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point. You can purchase your airfare tickets through the internet or a wholesaler. By booking your own flight, you have more flexibility and control of your choices - in real time.
What type of accommodation do we use?
TSC Travel use hotels situated at excellent locations and close to all amenities. Room types range from double rooms to junior suites, depending on the package of choice. Amenities and facilities may differ from those in South America, North America, Australia or Malaysia.
What type of transportation is used on tours?
TSC Travel utilize a variety of transportation methods including public and private minivans, cars, coaches, trains, flights, ferries, boats, etc. We use whichever method provides travellers with the safest and most efficient transportation option.
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Gallipoli and Troy tour -incredible
We recently took the Gallipoli and Troy tour and it was very emotional and really being there is very confronting. The tour organisers were very helpful and had extensive knowledge. We would highly recommend this tour.
Visited December 2014
Great tour
I enjoyed this tour, everything ran quite smoothly. The hotel was nice and in a great location. The shuttles were on time and the tour guides very knowledgeable.
Visited September 2014
Gallipoli & Troy
Booked an overnight tour from Istanbul down to Gallipoli & Troy then return via the internet many months ago. I was a little nervous that we might arrive to find something had gone wrong, but I needn't have worried. There was a welcome pack waiting at our hotel for us & we were collected right on time. The entire tour operated by Crowded House Travel ran like clockwork. We were greeted with a great lunch on arrival in Eceabat, had a very informative tour of the Gallipoli site then were escorted to our hotel in Canakkale. The next day we were collected on-time, had another great tour of Troy & joined the bus for the trip back to our hotel in Istanbul.
We could not have hoped for a better experience and recommend TSC Travel/Crowded House Travel.
Visited October 2013
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What is your cancellation policy?
All cancellations must be made in writing directly to TSC Travel. No responsibility is taken for cancellations of airfare, hotel bookings, or any other extra services which have been made directly by the client.The following scale of charges will apply when cancellation is notified for all land packages, tours and programs;
Prior to arrival:
Charge 60 days or more: 10% of selling price (Administrative Fee)
59-46 days: non-refundable deposit 35% of selling price
45-21 days: 50% of selling price
20-0 days: 100% of selling price
* Special conditions apply for canceling of tailor-made tour programs.
The following scale of charges will apply when cancellation is notified for tours that include a Cruise program:
Prior to arrival:
Charge 60 days or more: 10% of selling price (Administrative Fee)
59-46 days: 35% of selling price
45-21 days: 50% of selling price
20-8 days: 75% of selling price.
7-0 days: 100% of selling price.
* Special conditions apply for cancellation.
If you have to withdraw from a tour after it has begun for reasons such as illness, be sure to obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. We are unable to make refunds for absences from a tour, including but not limited to missed meals or entrance tickets.
Flight/ferry/train/bus tickets are not included in the above cancellation policy. Once your program is confirmed and the tickets are purchased, any changes to the dates of the program will incur a change fee or in case of cancellation, (this is additional to the service fee), 100% cancellation fee for the tickets will be incurred regardless of the above cancellation policy. For further information, please read our Terms and Conditions page.
When and How I will receive my tour documents?
Travel documents and electronic flight tickets are usually sent 21 days prior to departure. However, you will receive tour vouchers, maps, ferry, bus or train tickets and other required information upon arrival in Turkey. This will be included in a welcome package waiting for you upon arrival at your hotel.
